Start from Oswald's Bridge car park. The bridge was built in 1826 as an estate bridge possibly built upon an earlier one. Turning immediately left along the south bank of the river, look out for heron and dippers feeding.

Over the stile following the fence line and into Pheasant Nook, the path which winds its way through attractive mixed woodland consisting mainly of Beech, Oak, Scots Pine and Japanese Larch.

A steep climb takes you to the top of the Three Green knights' field, apparently called after three green mounds still visible in the field.

At this point take the opportunity to stop, regain your breath and admire one of the most attractive views in the area. Westward across the river, the hanging gardens, Oswald Hall, Mount Charles, the Carrick Hills, and on a clear day the distant hills of Arran can be seen.

For those with little time to undertake the longer walks this attractive short excursion offers a tempting alternative in this area.